Österreichisch-Weiß (, ) is a grape variety for white wine. It is now very rarely cultivated, but is noted for being one of the parents of Silvaner, the other parent being Traminer.Wein-Plus Glossar: Österreichisch-Weiß, accessed on January 22, 2013 Österreichisch-Weiß itself is the offspring of Weißer Heunisch (Gouais blanc) as father with an unknown mother variety.Vitis International Variety Catalogue: Oesterreichisch Weiss, accessed on April 18, 2008
In older times, Österreichisch-Weiß (up to 90%) blended with Traminer contributed to giving "Grinzinger" (wine from Grinzing in Vienna) a good reputation.
It is often confused with Brauner Veltliner. The name Österreicher has previously also been used as a synonym for Brauner Veltliner and Silvaner.
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